Biology | St. Francis College Department Biology Programs available Biology, B.S. Biology Minor Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Certificate Program Next deadline Rolling Admissions Request information Apply Online The world is your oyster A degree in Biology prepares you for a career filled with exciting opportunities. With top-flight professors and access to state-of-the-art labs, students will learn both classical biology, in addition to cutting-edge concepts in molecular and cellular biology, biotechnology, and medicine. They will also be prepared for graduate study, professional training in the medical sciences and allied health fields, teaching, or employment in industry concerned with the biological sciences. Outcomes Prepare for an impactful career St. Francis graduates have gone onto graduate and Ph.D, work at a number of prestigious universities.They work as physicians and physician assistants, veterinarians, dentists, podiatrists, scientists, teachers, x-ray technicians, sonographers and nurses, and can also pursue careers at biotechnology firms, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, as well as universities. Hands-On Experience Diverse opportunities for real life experience are available to students through field placements, internships, or semesters abroad. Bright Futures SFC graduates have gone on to graduate and Ph.D. work at prestigious universities, including Columbia University. Outcomes-Driven Students graduating from SFC have gone onto placements at some of the most prestigious hospitals around the country. Biology Programs Biology, B.S. Undergraduate Major Biology Minor Undergraduate Minor Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Certificate Program Graduate Biology Faculty Assistant Professor Emily Herstoff [email protected] ‪Assistant Professor Katsuhiro Kita [email protected] Chair of Biology and Assistant Professor Maria Serrano De Sousa Frias [email protected] Professor, Biology Department Allen Burdowski [email protected] Student Stories Outcomes Driven Education Our Biology students have gone onto serve their communities through research at prestigious universities and local hospitals alike. Zenovia Gonzalez B.S., Biology Merna Abdelhalem B.S. Biology, McGuire Scholar Romario Thomas BS Biology Dr. Alex Arroyo Maimonides Medical Center “I have held leadership roles as president of the Pre-Med Club and SFC’s chapter of the TriBeta Biological Honor Society, while also serving as secretary of the Environmental Club.” Read Zenovia's Story “[Dr. Ruiz] said that I need to believe in myself and do this for myself.. I will remember her saying that to me for the rest of my life, because it's completely true.” Read Merna's Story “What I experienced at St. Francis College is priceless. It has enabled me to develop a Franciscan spirit, and I view that as an accomplishment.” Read Romario's Story “When I was looking around for colleges, a few caught my eye, but none of them had the feel that I wanted, aside from St. Francis.” Read Dr. Arroyo's Story Biology News and Events Academics June 17, 2024 St. Francis College Among Recipients of Grant to Increase Diversity in STEM Fields Career Exploration March 16, 2023 Inaugural Science-Related Career Conference, Hosted by the STEM Resource Center, a Resounding Success Request More Information We can help! Tell us who you are and what you need, and an admissions counselor will give you a call. This site uses cookies We use cookies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. By continuing to use this site, you agree to the use of cookies.